Organic Core Collection, All you Need to Know

We’re putting the care back into skincare 
The Organic Core Collection is unisex and showcases our:


Reviving Cleansing Cream 125ml:
- Hydrates, with organic coconut oil
- Gentle makeup remover
- Nourishes your skin all day
- Protects skin against environmental stress
- Leaves your skin refreshed and radiant 


Exfoliating Tonic with AHA & PHA, 100ml
Our tonic (toner) includes 5 natural botanical extracts, which are known as AHAs (alpha-hydroxy acids) - Lactic Acid (Bilberry), Citric Acid (Orange and Lemon), Glycolic Acid (Sugar Cane), Malic Acid and Tartaric Acid (Sugar Maple), and a gentle PHA (polyhydroxy acid) gluconolactone, which work together to remove dead skin cells, enhance cell renewal and provide moisture to the skin.   
- Gently exfoliates and moisturises with hyaluronic acid 
- Increases cell renewal which helps with the appearance of fine lines, pigmentation, pores, dull and tired-looking skin 
- Gives you an all-over, radiant, healthy glow with a tighter, clearer and smoother complexion
- Clears the skin by unclogging pores and removing a build-up of dirt, grime, blackheads and excess sebum


Radiance-Boosting Face Cream 55ml:
- Repairs and rejuvenates dull-looking skin
- Improves skin radiance
- Moisturises and evens skin tone
- Leaves your face feeling hydrated and nourished 


All three products in our organic Core Collection are dermatologically approved for sensitive skin and contains anti-ageing ingredients.


Our reusable Dual Cloth is a great way to wipe off our reviving Cleansing Cream, making them the perfect pair. Use the Cloth time and time again in your daily skincare routine:

  • Super soft feel
  • Unbleached
  • 100% organic cotton
  • Machine wash up to 40C
  • Tumble dry on a low heat
  • Do not dry clean  

Reviving Cleansing Cream Benefits 

Our Cleansing Cream is hydrating.
Sensitive Skin:
  • Dermatologically approved for sensitive skin
  • Aloe Vera – soothing and moisturising
  • Coconut Oil - an effective moisturiser, leaving skin refreshed and radiant
  • Grapeseed oil - contains a high linoleic acid content which is moisturising and nourishing
Anti-ageing:
  • Passion flower oil – skin protecting against daily environmental stress
  • Bisabolol – skin protecting against daily environmental stress
  • Arnica Infused – effective in healing damaged tired skin
  • Turmeric extract is used as an anti-ageing active due to its antioxidant activity by decreasing the depth of wrinkles. It also makes the skin look radiant and helps improve the skin tone.
  • Sodium Hyaluronate - prevents signs of ageing by moisturising the skin and preventing water loss which can help with the appearance of wrinkles and dehydration lines
  • Vitamin E – antioxidant
Problematic Skin:
  • Hysilk – supports the epidermis hydration and reduces oiliness.
  • Turmeric – evens skin tone, helps with redness, anti-inflammatory and improves skin radiance
    Check out our blog here, to help identify which skin type you have.

    Exfoliating Tonic with AHA & PHA Benefits

    Enhance the skin's complexion by gently exfoliating and boosting cell renewal. This tonic will leave the skin looking and feeling hydrated, brighter, smoother and clearer.  AHAs & PHAs work together to remove dead skin cells, enhance cell renewal and provide moisture to the skin.   
    Sensitive Skin:
    • Dermatologically approved for sensitive skin
    • Aloe Vera soothes and hydrates
    • Hyaluronic Acid – supports the epidermis hydration
    Anti-ageing:
    • Lactic Acid – known to be an effective but gentle exfoliant and helps moisturise the skin
    • ACB Fruit Mix brightens the skin, improves skin tone and enhances cell renewal which helps in the prevention of signs of ageing
    • Hyaluronic Acid - prevents signs of ageing by moisturising the skin and preventing water loss which can help with the appearance of wrinkles and dehydration lines
    Combination Skin:
    • Hyaluronic Acid – supports the epidermis hydration and reduces oiliness
    • Lactic Acid – known to be an effective but gentle exfoliant and helps moisturise the skin
    • ACB Fruit Mix brightens the skin, improves skin tone and enhances cell renewal which helps in the prevention of signs of ageing

    When using the Tonic, tingling may occur and this is the ACB Fruit Mix and Lactic Acid working their magic and tightening and closing the pores. 
    Check out our blog here, to help identify which skin type you have. 

     

    Radiance-Boosting Face Cream Benefits

    Our Face Cream is a hydrating antioxidant powerhouse, containing vitamin E.
    Sensitive Skin:
    • Dermatologically approved for sensitive skin
    • Formulated without petroleum, silicones, alcohol, Formaldehyde, PEGs, Sulphates, Artificial Dyes
    • Aloe Vera - soothes and hydrates
    • Coconut Oil - acts as an effective moisturiser 
    • Cocoa Butter - is well-known as beneficial for dry skin and delicate skin, and a natural antioxidant
    • Shea Butter – superior moisturiser and protectant
    • Calendula Oil – excellent for soothing and moisturising dry and chapped skin
    • Apricot Oil – rich in essential fatty acids and vitamins with antioxidant benefits to help repair and rejuvenate tired, dull-looking skin
    Anti-ageing:
    • Arnica Infused – astringent and stimulating
    • Bisabolol – skin-protecting against daily environmental stress
    • Turmeric extract is used as an anti-ageing active due to its antioxidant activity by decreasing the depth of wrinkles. It also makes the skin look radiant and helps improve the skin tone, giving you a natural glow
    • Sodium Hyaluronate - prevents signs of ageing by moisturising the skin and preventing water loss which can help with the appearance of wrinkles and dehydration lines
    • Cocoa Butter – natural antioxidant and has excellent emollient properties
    Problematic Skin:
    • Hysilk – supports the epidermal hydration and reduces oiliness
    • Turmeric – evens skin tone, helps with redness and improves skin radiance
    • Natural Vitamin E – antioxidant

    Check out our blog here to identify which skin type you have.

     

    No Added Fragrance 

    We’ve formulated these products with no added fragrance because we understand how sensitive some skin types can be.

     

    How To Use

    Reviving Cleansing Cream:
    Rub the cleansing cream in damp hands and massage onto face and neck, then gently remove with our dampened Muslin Cloth. Repeat morning and evening as part of your daily skincare routine.
    Removes makeup, including waterproof mascara.
    Once opened, use within 12 months.
    We’ve used an aluminium tube for this product because of its environmentally-friendly properties ie it can be easily recycled time and time again.


    Something to note with aluminium is that it can soften and break if creased so we recommend squeezing from the end to get the product out, keeping the tube flat and smooth.


    Exfoliating Tonic with AHA & PHA
    After cleansing, apply Tonic to cotton wool and wipe gently over dry skin morning and night.
    Tingling and redness may occur for up to 30 minutes after use, this is the natural AHAs working their magic on the skin.
    With AHAs, your skin may need to adapt to the product, so build-up the usage of it if you feel that your skin is very sensitive.
    If persistent irritation occurs, discontinue use.


    When using products like AHAs including our Exfoliating Tonic it is important and essential to wear SPF daily to protect the skin against UV rays. This AHA & PHAs Exfoliating Tonic is a liquid exfoliant which introduces new skin to the surface helping with the overall appearance of skin. You can read more about the importance of SPF here.
    Once opened use within 12 months.


    Radiance-Boosting Face Cream:
    Gently massage a small amount of moisturiser onto clean, dry skin. Repeat morning and evening as part of your daily skincare routine.
    We recommend using an SPF with this product.
    Once opened, use within 12 months.
    Avoid getting any of the products into your eyes and if they do enter your eyes, rinse well with warm water. If irritation occurs, discontinue use.

    No Palm Oil

    Many skincare products list palm oil, or its derivatives, in their ingredients but we choose not to use it in any form in ours, due to its negative impact on the environment, habitat, animals and eco-systems.


    There’s hardly a day goes by without reading in the press about deforestation for palm oil production and the fact that the very existence of orangutans is threatened because of this.


    Many ingredients used in skincare include a derivative of palm oil, and it’s not always obvious that it’s been used. For example, some emulsifiers are sourced from either palm oil or coconut and the manufacturer of the emulsifier may not differentiate the source. We can confirm that no palm oil or derivatives of palm oil are used in any of our products.

    Formulated Without 

    • Palm Oil (including derivatives of palm oil)
    • Petroleum
    • Silicones
    • Alcohol
    • Formaldehyde
    • PEGs
    • Sulphates
    • Artificial Dyes
    • Soy
    • Gluten
    • Parabens

     

    Packaging

    Recyclable packaging:
    Radiance-Boosting Face Cream
    • Frosted glass jar
    • Aluminium screw top lid with EPE liner (remove this to recycle the lid)
    • FSC cardboard outer carton
    • FSC cardboard inner liner
    Reviving Cleansing Cream:
    • Aluminium tube - we've chosen this because of its environmentally-friendly properties, ie. it can be easily recycled time and time again. Something to note with aluminium is that although it's very flexible, it can soften and break if creased, so we recommend squeezing from the end to get the product out, keeping the tube flat and smooth
    • PP plastic screw top lid
    • FSC cardboard outer carton
    • FSC cardboard inner liner
    Exfoliating Tonic:
    • Glass frosted glass bottle
    • Aluminium screw top lid with EPE liner (remove this to recycle the lid)
    • FSC cardboard outer carton
    • FSC cardboard inner liner

     

    FAQs

    • Is the range suitable for people with sensitive skin?
    Yes, we’ve had these products tested by an independent testing house and they have confirmed that they are suitable for sensitive skin.
    With our Exfoliating Tonic, due to the AHAs in it, you may feel tingling and redness when you first start using the product. If your skin is sensitive, dampen a cotton pad before applying the product, or use once a day so that your skin can adapt.
    Everyone’s skin is different however, so we recommend doing a small patch test before using this to check that it suits your skin.
    • Is the range unisex?
    Yes it is! Trialled and tested on men and women.
    • Where are your products manufactured?
    Our products are manufactured in the UK.
    • Do the products have a fragrance?
    We’ve formulated these with no added fragrance because we understand how sensitive some skin types can be. You will still get a hint of the natural aroma of the ingredients used, which is perfectly normal as we have not deodorised the ingredients.
      • What sets Lucy Bee apart from other natural skincare brands?
      The ingredients we have used are all extremely effective.
      Additionally, Lucy Bee is proud to have achieved so many great certifications for our skincare range. We pride ourselves on being clear and transparent with everything we do. By having these certifications, you can be sure that you are buying an organic, vegan, cruelty free, palm oil free product.
      Lucy Bee Skincare has also been awarded the number 1 UK ethical best buy by the Ethical Consumer Guide. Their ratings take into account things like animal testing, human rights, climate change, environmental reporting, palm oil, company ethos, product sustainability, amongst many other factors.
      • Can my child/teenager use Lucy Bee skincare products?
      Our Reviving Cleansing Cream and Radiance-Boosting Face Cream are suitable for children over 9 and teens. We do not advise our Exfoliating Tonic for children. For teens with problematic skin, you can use this product on the area of concern, dampen the cotton pad with water, apply the tonic, then use on the area once a day in the evening. When using any new product we recommend doing a patch test first. See here for how to patch test.
      • Does your skincare range contain palm oil?
      No. The reason our skincare range has taken so long to produce is because we instructed our manufacturers that we do not want palm oil or any of its derivatives in our products.
      • Do your products contain gluten?
      No. Every Lucy Bee product is free from gluten as Lucy herself is a coeliac.
      • Is the range certified Vegan?
      Yes, the entire range has been approved by the Vegan Society.
      • Is the range certified Cruelty Free?
      Yes, the entire range has been approved by Cruelty Free International (Leaping Bunny).
      • Is the range certified Organic?
      Yes, the entire range has been approved by the Soil Association as COSMOS Organic.
      • Is the skincare range certified Fair Trade?
      We’re passionate about the ethics and value of Fair Trade and where possible, we always buy Fair Trade ingredients. With our skincare range, unfortunately it hasn’t been possible for us to be able to include sufficient Fair Trade ingredients to allow these to be certified Fair Trade. Where applicable, we use our own Lucy Bee Fair Trade ingredients eg. Coconut Oil.
      • Is the packaging recyclable?
      We have done everything we possibly can to make sure our packaging is recyclable. The majority of the range is made from glass and aluminium so that everything can be recycled.
      • Is everything paraben free?
      Yes, the entire range is free from parabens.
      • Do these products contain alcohol?
      In the cosmetic world, when a product states that it is “alcohol free” it is referring to the formulation being free from Alcohol Denat / Ethanol (ethyl alcohol), which our Radiance-Boosting Face Cream, Reviving Cleansing Cream and Exfoliating Tonic are free from.
      All other types of alcohol such as fatty alcohols (cetearyl alcohol, cetyl alcohol, etc.), preservatives such as Benzyl Alcohol should not be taken into consideration in this respect. Lucy Bee uses benzyl alcohol in some products. This is a broad-spectrum preservative system (it means it protects against bacteria, yeast and fungi) for personal care (combined to dehydroacetic acid). It meets COSMOS Organic standard and is effective in a wide pH range.
      • Do any of the products contain SPF?
      The products in the Core Collection do not contain SPF. We have our 2-in-1 Hydrating Face Serum with Broad Spectrum SPF 30 here. SPF helps to prevent future signs of skin damage. Protect your skin from UVA and UVB rays all year round with our broad spectrum, lightweight, silky SPF 30 sunscreen. This is fragrance free, suitable for sensitive skin and has a dewy, sheer finish with no white cast, and is suitable for all skin tones. Certified Vegan and Cruelty Free and 100% Palm Oil Free and made in the UK, With the inclusion of hyaluronic acid, this deeply hydrates the skin which means it can be used on its own, after moisturiser and looks great under makeup. 
      You can read more on the importance of SPF here. 
      • How should I wash my dual cloth?
      You can wash your dual cloth in the washing machine and wash at 40C with similar colours.
      Do not dry clean.
      • Are your products tested on animals?
      Absolutely not. Our products are all certified by the Vegan Society and by Cruelty Free International who both ensure that animal testing is not carried out.
      • How should I store my products?
      We recommend storing your skincare products in a cool, dry cupboard. We also recommend washing hands before using the products to avoid contamination, especially the face cream where you are dipping your hands into the product.
      • How long will my products last?
      Once opened, they have a shelf life of 12 months.
      • Are your products suitable for eczema sufferers?
      Everyone is different so we wouldn’t like to say that they are definitely suitable for every eczema sufferer.
      The range has been approved as suitable for sensitive skin so the ingredients are very gentle. However, if you are worried about using the products then we recommend trying a small patch test first before using properly.
      • I have acne, should I use your products?
      Obviously everyone’s skin is very different so people may have different reactions to things. The range is hydrating and if you have concerns then we recommend doing a small patch test before using the products properly.
      • How can I share my testimonial with you?
      We’d absolutely love to see how the skincare range has worked for you. If you’d like to share it on social media then please tag us @lucybeeskincare, otherwise, please leave a review on our shop.
      • What does dermatologically approved actually mean?
      You’ll notice that a lot of products say that they’ve been ‘dermatologically tested’ – this usually means that the products have been tested by a dermatologist. However, that’s all.
      You don’t know if they’ve passed testing or if they were any good for certain skin types. By saying we have been dermatologically approved, we can confidently say that a dermatologist has used and approved that our products are suitable for sensitive skin. Obviously, we're all different so we recommend doing a patch test before using if you have any concerns.
      • Can I return my packaging to you to be recycled?
      Unfortunately, we don’t have the capabilities to do this just yet. As we grow, we hope to be able to offer it. Until we can, you can recycle the majority of the packaging in your household recycling.
      • Where is your skincare available?
      Currently, our skincare range is available at our online store, on Amazon and select Whole Foods Market and Planet Organic Stores. A full list of stores can be found here.
      • Are your products safe to use during pregnancy? 
      Our Radiance-Boosting Face Cream, Exfoliating Tonic and Reviving Cleansing Cream are all safe to use if pregnant. 
      • Do these products contain nuts?
      Our Exfoliating Tonic does not contain nuts. Our Radiance-Boosting Face Cream and Reviving Cleansing Creams DO contain nuts (almond) and are not suitable for those with nut allergies.
      • When should I do a patch test?
      When using any new product we recommend doing a patch test first. See here for how to patch test.
      • Are these products suitable if I have rosacea?

      The range has been dermatologically approved for sensitive skin and has anti-inflammatory properties such as turmeric, which helps with reducing redness. The range also contains aloe vera, coconut oil, cocoa butter, shea butter and apricot oil which are all very soothing, nourishing, hydrating and skin-boosting due to the antioxidant properties.


      Lucy suffers from mild rosacea on her cheeks and one of the other team members suffers more seriously with it and they have found the products have really suited their skin and have helped to calm and soothe it. It has also helped to keep the skin hydrated and it doesn’t trigger them to flare up or cause any irritation.
      The range will help with hydration but of course everyone’s skin is different and if you have any concerns, we recommend doing a patch test first.

       

      Ingredients: Reviving Cleansing Cream

      Aqua, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil*, Coconut Alkanes, Glyceryl Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Tribehenin, Candelilla Cera, Coco Caprylate/Caprate, Citric Acid, Passiflora Incarnata (Passion Flower) Seed Oil, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil*, Tocopherol, Chondrus Crispus Powder, Potassium Sorbate, Xanthan Gum, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder*, Bisabolol, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Dehydroacetic Acid, Sodium Phytate, Arnica Montana (Arnica) Flower Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Benzyl Alcohol.
      *organically grown ingredients
      45% organic ingredients
      99% natural ingredients
      Contains nuts - not suitable for those with nut allergies

      Ingredients: Exfoliating Tonic

      Aqua, Sodium Lactate, Lactic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate, Polyglyceryl-6 Caprylate, Benzyl Alcohol, Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract, Gluconolactone, Saccharum Officinarum Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Powder*, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract, Citrus Limon Fruit Extract, Dehydroacetic Acid, Sodium Phytate, Acer Saccharum Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate. 
      40% organic
      99% natural origin.
      * organically grown ingredient 

       

      Ingredients: Radiance-Boosting Face Cream

      Aqua, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil*, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Coconut Alkanes, Glyceryl Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Tribehenin, Candelilla Cera, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter*, Coco Caprylate/Caprate, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Tocopherol, Potassium Sorbate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder*, Chondrus Crispus Powder, Citric Acid, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil*, Xanthan Gum, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil*, Dehydroacetic Acid, Arnica Montana (Arnica) Flower Extract, Sodium Phytate, Calendula Officinalis (Calendula) Flower Oil*, Bisabolol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Benzyl Alcohol.
      *organically grown ingredients
      40% organic ingredients
      98% natural ingredients
      Contains nuts - not suitable for those with nut allergies

       

      Certifications

      • UK Ethical Best Buy
      • COSMOS Organic (Soil Association)
      • Vegan Society
      • Cruelty Free International